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1. Liam Gallagher encourages England fans
Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher has urged England fans to “keep the biblical vibrations going” following their rendition of his hit song “Wonderwall” after the World Cup match against Croatia. The song was sung again by supporters at full time after the team’s 4-2 victory.
2. Russia launches airstrikes on Ukraine
Overnight, Russian forces conducted massive airstrikes in Ukraine, resulting in significant damage. Authorities reported four fatalities from a drone attack on an apartment building in the Romny municipality of the Sumy region.
3. Estonia’s alumina export ban proposal
The Estonian government has been advocating for a ban on alumina exports to Russia for over a year and a half during EU discussions. This proposal comes as the Irish Government faces increasing pressure to clarify the role of Aughinish Alumina in supplying essential raw materials.
4. Astronomers raise alarm over satellite proliferation
Astronomers are sounding the alarm over the potential impact of SpaceX’s expanding satellite networks, which could flood the night sky with light. They warn that this could have detrimental effects on both astronomical observations and public health.
5. Ebola treatment trial starts in DRC
The World Health Organization has announced the commencement of a trial for potential treatments targeting the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The first patient has been enrolled, as the country faces over 1,400 cases and 438 deaths.
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6. Clashes erupted in Tirana as protesters opposed a luxury real estate project in a nature reserve. Demonstrators attempted to block access to the parliament building, resulting in confrontations with police who were pelted with eggs and flour.
7. A recent incident at Mount Everest’s base camp has highlighted an alarming trend linked to climate change. A Japanese climber was bitten by a snake, raising concerns that shifting climates are expanding habitats for reptiles in the region.
8. The Vatican has taken a significant step by excommunicating six bishops from the ultraconservative Society of St Pius X. This decision underscores the Church’s stance against the group’s rejection of key modern Catholic teachings, warning that lay believers associated with them could face similar consequences.
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Ryanair has issued a stark warning regarding potential chaos in summer travel due to the implementation of new EU border checks. The airline’s officials, along with Berlin Airport’s Aletta von Massenbach, have expressed concerns that families could face significant delays, urging governments to consider postponing the rollout of the digital system until after the busy holiday season.
In a separate development, a British think tank has reported that Russian drones have been surveilling European territories for several months. The analysis revealed 144 incidents involving these drones across various NATO countries, including flights over airports, military installations, and nuclear sharing sites, raising serious security concerns among European nations.
Turning to the weather. In Riga, 14 to 22 degrees with patchy rain possible feels like. In London, 14 to 27 degrees with sunny feels like. In Paris, 15 to 29 degrees with sunny feels like. In Brussels, 12 to 22 degrees with sunny low. In Berlin, 13 to 23 degrees with partly cloudy feels like. In Stockholm, 13 to 16 degrees with light rain shower feels like. In Madrid, 20 to 36 degrees with sunny feels like.
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